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Radeon R5 330
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Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual
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About G3D Mark
G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Radeon R5 330 is positioned at rank 435 and the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual is on rank 558, so the Radeon R5 330 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R5 330
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R5 330 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (2 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual.
| Insight | Radeon R5 330 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 3.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $45), it costs 33% less, resulting in a 48.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon R5 330 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+48.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($45) | ✅More affordable ($30) |
Performance Check
Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.
Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Radeon R5 330 and Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual
Radeon R5 330
The Radeon R5 330 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 18 2017. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 730 MHz to 1024 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 523 points.
Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual
The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 775 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 519 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon R5 330 scores 523 and the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual reaches 519 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 384 (Radeon R5 330) vs 768 (Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual).
| Feature | Radeon R5 330 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 523 | 519 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 768+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon R5 330 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon R5 330 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual has 512 MB. The Radeon R5 330 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon R5 330 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB+300% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R5 330 draws 50W versus the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual's 50W — a 0% difference. The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R5 330) vs 350W (Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Radeon R5 330 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W | 50W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 168mm | — |
| Height | 69mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 10.5 | 10.4 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon R5 330 launched at $81 MSRP and currently averages $45, while the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual launched at $150 and now averages $30. The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual costs 33.3% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 11.6 (Radeon R5 330) vs 17.3 (Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual) — the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual offers 49.1% better value. The Radeon R5 330 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2013).
| Feature | Radeon R5 330 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $81-46% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $45 | $30-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 11.6 | 17.3+49% |
| Codename | Weston | — |
| Release | April 18 2017 | August 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #873 | #881 |
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